How will my doctor know if my breast lumps are fibrocystic breast changes and not soemthing more serious?
Usually, your doctor can diagnose fibrocyst: a fluid-filled or semi-solid sac in or under the skin”);return false” onmouseout=”hideToolTip()”>cystic changes with a history andphysical exam. To be sure of the diagnosis, your doctormay occasionally need to ordera mammogram: x-ray of the breast tissue”);return false” onmouseout=”hideToolTip()”>mammogram, a breast ultrasound: an imaging technique that uses sound waves to produce an image on a monitor of the abdominal organs, such as the uterus, liver, and kidneys”);return false” onmouseout=”hideToolTip()”>ultrasound, or aspiration of the cyst: a fluid-filled or semi-solid sac in or under the skin”);return false” onmouseout=”hideToolTip()”>cyst (removal of fluid). Or your doctor may ask that you simply return for another exam in 2 to 6 weeks, depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle.
